Pakistani Traveler Highlights Rare Legal Transit Through India Without Visa

Waqas Hassan's Instagram video documenting his layover in Mumbai sparks discussions on India-Pakistan travel restrictions and cultural exchange.

Waqas Hassan, a Pakistani entrepreneur, legally transited through Mumbai airport during a six-hour layover without needing an Indian visa.
His Instagram video showcased his experience enjoying airport amenities, sampling local snacks, and buying souvenirs, drawing significant online attention.
Hassan explained that Pakistani nationals can transit through India legally for connecting flights as long as they remain within the airport.
The video elicited mixed reactions online, with some advocating for easier travel between India and Pakistan and others questioning the limitations of such transit.
Hassan's journey underscores the complexities of cross-border travel shaped by historical tensions and strict visa policies between the two nations.